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Dan Ryan is Co-Founder and CEO at VergeSense, a Workplace Analytics Platform trusted by enterprises across the globe to transform their static office into a dynamic workplace that matches today's employee needs and expectations. In December 2021, Mike Petrusky hosted a live broadcast on the "State of the Workplace: New VergeSense Report Reveals How Office Utilization is Changing" where he asked Dan about space utilization trends and how technology is informing better decision-making for workplace leaders. Dan shared insights that reveal how office utilization is changing, how utilization varies during the week, and how collaboration factors into utilization today. Check out these audio highlights from a fascinating conversation and then download and watch the full video! Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpryan87/ Watch the full video with Dan and Mike: https://www.teem.com/download-webinar-vergesense-state-of-the-workplace Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

James Waddell is Executive Vice President at Cognitive Corp where he is connecting HR, Facility Management and IT to optimize workplace as a tool for employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion. In December 2021, Mike Petrusky hosted a live broadcast on "Mastering Optimization in the Digital Workplace" where he asked James how workplace leaders can support human-centric corporate initiatives. They explored how people, space, and technology interact in the workplace, getting data-driven insights into hybrid work and what workplace professionals should improve when it comes to their messaging. Check out these audio highlights from a fascinating hour-long conversation and then download and watch the full 1-hour video! Connect with James on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcwaddell/ Watch the full 1-hour video with James and Mike: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-mastering-optimization-in-the-digital-workplace Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Juliana Beauvais is Research Manager, Enterprise Asset Management and Smart Facilities at IDC where she is passionate about providing insights and analysis of enterprise asset management, with a special emphasis on facility and workplace management applications. Mike Petrusky asks Juliana about the trends and technologies impacting corporate real estate and facilities teams as they prepare for 2022. They explore the hybrid workplace, FM leadership and how smart building technology can help your organization navigate the evolution of the built environment. Mike and Juliana also share a love of Star Wars and music which leads to a fun conversation that provides inspiration for workplace innovators everywhere! Connect with Juliana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-beauvais/ Learn more about IDC: https://www.idc.com/ Read the iOFFICE resources blog for 2022: https://www.iofficecorp.com/blog/workplace-resources Discover more free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Happy New Year and welcome to the "Paradox of the Workplace in 2022"! For years, podcast host Mike Petrusky has shared observations based on hundreds of interviews with industry-leaders where seemingly contradictory statements about the state of the workplace and future of work can both be true. As we kick off another year of uncertainty and change, Mike offers inspiration and advice to help you lead your team and be a workplace innovator in your organization! Read the iOFFICE resources blog for 2022: https://www.iofficecorp.com/blog/workplace-resources Discover more free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Susan Clarke is Research Director - Smart Buildings at Verdantix and Erik Zink is Head of Corporate Strategy at iOFFICE + SpaceIQ. In November 2021, Mike Petrusky hosted a live broadcast "Workplace Tech Market Trends: Is there an upside to industry consolidation?" to have a discussion about how buyer behavior is changing in light of merger and acquisition growth in the marketplace. The pace of change in workplace technology is accelerating amid new expectations for working and rapid industry shifts. Amid these trends, buyers are reevaluating their approach to software buying decisions. Susan and Erik explored how M&A trends are shaping the workplace tech industry and the value of broader product portfolios and strategic partnerships for buyers today. Check out these audio highlights from a fascinating hour-long conversation and then download and watch the full 1-hour video! Connect with Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-clarke-79b3a225/ Connect with Erik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezink/ Watch the full 1-hour video with Susan, Erik and Mike: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-workplace-tech-market-trends Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Robert D. Fox, AIA, IIDA, LEED AP is Chairman & Principal at FOX Architects and the Publisher of Work Design Magazine where he is passionate about developing innovative ideas for companies that aspire to be great places to work. Mike Petrusky asks Bob about his perspectives on the office of the future and how workplace leaders can deliver flexible environments and dynamic strategies to meet the expectations of their workforce today. Leveraging technology tools and understanding data will be essential as we plan our workspaces and seek to develop a successful workplace culture in 2022. Mike and Bob share about their experiences returning to in-person conferences at IFMA and CoreNet while seeking to inspire others to get out of their comfort zones in order to build social capital during challenging times. Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-d-fox-aia-iida-leed-ap-89a3586/ Learn more about Fox Architects: https://www.fox-architects.com/ Explore Work Design Magazine: https://www.workdesign.com/ https://www.workdesign.com/email-newsletter/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Ramzah Khan, IIDA is Studio Manager at Ware Malcomb in Washington, DC where she is passionate about delivering great design strategy and client service with an understanding of human experience and the psychological impact of workspaces. Mike Petrusky asks Ramzah about her views on the hybrid workplace and they explore why a holistic view of office design and employee experience is essential for leaders as we head into 2022. Ramzah shares stories about the evolution of working with both colleagues and clients and offers inspiration for workplace leaders of every generation! Connect with Ramzah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramzahkhan/ Learn more about Ware Malcomb: https://www.waremalcomb.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Lena Thompson FMP, SFP is Director of Building Operations at the American Psychological Association, Kelly Johnson is Director of Facility Services at the Association of American Medical Colleges and R. Case Runolfson is Senior Director of the Facility Management Department at the American Institutes for Research. In June 2021, Mike Petrusky hosted a webinar for Facilities Management Advisor called "Future Ready – How FM Leaders Will Support the Hybrid Workplace" where this panel of experienced FM practitioners shared their experiences in facility management and offered best practices for the future of work. They discussed the return to offices and what the future workplace might look like and how to support employees. We know that workplace leaders will face unexpected challenges moving their teams forward in a hybrid working model, so let's find out what three experienced FM professionals are doing to prepare their facilities to meet the needs of their workforce in the months and years to come. Connect with Lena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-thompson-5b05a86/ Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-johnson-8786378/ Connect with Case on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-case-runolfson-4a720012/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

Dr. Tracy Brower, PhD, MM, MCRW is Principal, Applied Research & Consulting at Steelcase, Lorri Rowlandson is Senior Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at BGIS, and Vik Bangia is CEO at Verum Consulting, LLC. In November 2021, Mike Petrusky hosted a live broadcast "State of the Workplace 2022: Human Experience Roundtable" during which these thought-leaders explored how human experience factors into the future workplace and discussed how the workplace has changed over the course of the pandemic. They talked about new ways of incorporating experience into your workplace strategy, shared predictions about the future ways of using the office, and offered guidance on preparing the workplace for 2022. Check out these audio highlights from a fascinating hour-long conversation and then download and watch the full video! Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybrowerphd/ Connect with Lorri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorri-rowlandson-a4a48b17/ Connect with Vik on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vik-bangia-0b54522/ Watch the full hour video including Q&A with Tracy, Lorri, Vik and Mike: https://www.iofficecorp.com/download-webinar-state-of-the-workplace-2022-human-experience-roundtable Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com

William Cowell de Gruchy is Founder & CEO of Infogrid where he is passionate about providing end-to-end connected sensor solutions which make buildings smarter. Mike Petrusky asks Will about how his company "makes IoT easy" using sensors, proprietary algorithms and machine learning to transform data into actionable energy and cost saving insights, and easily integrates into existing systems. They discuss new expectations of employees and the need to prioritize ESG initiatives to achieve efficient, healthy, and sustainable spaces in the future of work. Connect with Will on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcdgruchy/ Learn more about Infogrid: https://www.infogrid.io/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://www.workplaceinnovator.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/ Share your thoughts with Mike via email: podcast@iOFFICECORP.com